Skylab was first launched in May 1973. Missions included studies of the sun and Earth, effects of zero gravity on the humans and other scientific experiments. The unit made a famously splashy and planned (but yet unpredictable) return, with debris landing primarily in the southern Indian ocean southeast of Perth, Australia in July 1979.

Saturday's astronaut discussion is included in regular visitor complex admission, but seating is limited. Interested guests should check in at the Astronaut Encounter Theater.

Royal Caribbean Cruises is letting another of its older vessels go. The Splendour of the Seas, which was built in 1996, will leave the cruise line in 2016 after completing all of its scheduled itineraries. The 1,830-guest vessel, which currently sails South American cruises out of Santos,...

Spring training is a special experience, and it's not just about baseball. Sure, it helps if you like the sport, but between food, atmosphere and nearby attractions, there is something for everyone when 15 Major League Baseball teams call Florida home.